Never Mistake a Queen for a Lapdog novel Chapter 642

Hugh Summers could afford to disrespect Bianca, but he had to show Seth face. So, in the blink of an eye, his expression changed to one of fawning apology. "Oh, my apologies, Mr. Harcourt! I honestly had no idea you were back. A terrible oversight on my part."

He then bustled around, arranging a seat for him while profusely apologizing.

Seth didn't make a big deal of it, taking a seat next to Hugh with Bianca by his side.

Everyone at the table was sharp enough to understand Seth's intentions in bringing Bianca to this dinner. Perhaps buoyed by Seth's support, Bianca's arrogant demeanor returned. She didn't even spare Noreen a single glance, treating her as if she were invisible.

Of course, Noreen had no time to look at her either.

While Hugh was busy schmoozing with Seth, others were whispering amongst themselves.

"Mr. Harcourt must really be in love with this Miss Lowell. To still be backing her up in a situation like this… it's almost like seeing true love in times of trouble."

The person next to him scoffed. "True love? More like he's been blinded by her looks!"

Perhaps their whispers were too loud, because Bianca shot them a cold glare. They quickly shut up.

Noreen wasn't interested in their relationship drama. She was trying to figure out Seth's real purpose for being here. If she wasn't mistaken, he was planning to salvage PerseTech and prepare for another attempt at going public. After all, he had already invested so much money. If he gave up now, it would all be for nothing. Given Bianca's current reputation, attracting new investors would be next to impossible. That's why Seth had to step in himself.

Yes, she could see it now. It really was true love. Seth would truly do anything for Bianca.

Just as Noreen was silently scoffing, another person arrived at the dinner: Henry Brooke.

Henry had the Brooke Group behind him, so of course, Hugh Summers had to welcome him. After some rearranging, Henry was seated next to Noreen.

The next moment, Henry spoke, his words shattering the harmony of the dinner party.

"Miss Lowell, why haven't you apologized to Ms. Gilmore yet?"

"Did you forget?"

"Or did you just never plan on apologizing?"

Bianca's face went white. She never imagined Henry would call her out so publicly.

The moment Henry spoke, the entire room fell silent. Seth, who had been talking to Hugh Summers, stopped mid-sentence. His gaze shot across the table, landing on Henry's face. His expression was unreadable, like the calm before a violent storm.